Category Archives: Miscellaneous

Jane Plitt’s recently published children’s book, “Martha’s Magical Hair,” brings to life the true story of Martha Matilda Harper and her revolutionary business endeavors. Plitt, a former executive director for the National Organization of Women, also wrote a biography on Harper. The public is invited to meet Plitt at a children’s book reading and signing […]

The Choral Artists of Sarasota salute Independence Day with rousing songs celebrating America, including perennial favorites “God Bless America,” “You’re a Grand Old Flag,” “This is My Country,” “the Battle Hymn of the Republic,” “America, the Beautiful” and more. A new setting of the Gettysburg Address will be featured, as well as a salute to […]

The summer may be sizzling hot but this indoor, family friendly event features cool art by area-based artists and artisans, artist demonstrations, live music, food trucks and activities for children. (Sarasota, FL) Englewood’s arts and cultural scene is not taking a summer vacation. Sure, the pace slows down, but the Englewood Art Center, a division […]

All Star Children’s Foundation takes a giant step closer to offering state-of the art therapeutic interventions for abused children as the result of a $1 million grant from Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation. (Sarasota, FL) All Star Children’s Foundation has taken a giant step closer to its goal of providing state-of-the-art treatment for childhood trauma […]

Summer Studios features more than 80 courses for teens, tweens, and adults covering a wide variety of media, including painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking, figure, mixed media, photography, filmmaking, design, creative writing, animation and game art, and web and digital arts. Students can explore traditional and digital art techniques to master new techniques and refresh existing […]

The recipients are pursuing degrees in the fields of nursing, occupational therapy, and radiology technologies. Others are attending school for degrees in graphic design, education, and the social sciences. (Sarasota-Manatee, FL) The Women’s Resource Center, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to empowering and supporting women during all life stages and circumstances, awarded 22 scholarships of $1,000 […]

Jane Plitt’s recently published children’s book, “Martha’s Magical Hair,” brings to life the true story of Martha Matilda Harper and her revolutionary business endeavors. Plitt, a former executive director for the National Organization of Women, also wrote a biography on Harper. The public is invited to meet Plitt at a children’s book reading and signing […]

Susie Bowie, executive director of the Manatee Community Foundation; Amanda Horne, co-owner of the Anna Maria Oyster Bay; and Dr. Jan Pullen, head of school at Saint Stephen’s Episcopal School are honored for their outstanding contributions to the community. The event also included a tribute to the organization’s founder and lifetime supporter Janet Entwistle. (Sarasota-Manatee, […]

These programs offer area women opportunities to navigate life transitions, discover new skill sets, explore effective communicating, and meet new people. (Sarasota-Manatee, FL) The Women’s Resource Center is offering two new programs starting in May. “Get Connected” is an opportunity for people new to the area, empty nesters and women going through life transitions to […]

Women’s Resource Center Scholarship Applications for Sarasota-Based Nontraditional Students Deadline is March 17!!! Women’s Resource Center Scholarship Applications for Sarasota-Based Nontraditional Students Deadline is March 17!!! (Sarasota County) The Women’s Resource Center invites women who are at least 21 years old and full-time residents of Sarasota County to submit an application for the 2017 WRC […]

Women’s Resource Center Philanthropist Betty Schoenbaum to be Honored at the 2017 Renaissance Legacy Luncheon March 21 at Michael’s on East The celebrated area philanthropist is being honored for her 30-year support of the center’s legacy scholarship program. (Sarasota-Manatee, FL) The Women’s Resource Center is honoring philanthropist Betty Schoenbaum at its 2017 Renaissance Luncheon. Ms. Schoenbaum […]

Preserving Music Materials from the Past for the Future The Sarasota Music Archive Reinvents Itself One of the largest music archives in the southeastern United States, the Sarasota Music Archive attracts music enthusiasts with its vast archive of musical treasures. It recently transformed itself with a reinvented space, updated technology and equipment, and the use of […]